PAST EVENTS

June. Everything around us is beautifully fragrant. The meadows, the summer flowers, even the trees and shrubs. And the world of wine, too, is full of colorful aromas! It is no coincidence that the nose is such a vital participant in wine tasting. During this tasting in the Manor wine cellar, we will reacquaint ourselves with our noses and learn the profound influence they have on the overall understanding, perception, and flavor characteristics of a wine, while discovering just how well we can distinguish different scents. You can look forward not only to fun aroma challenges prepared by the sommelier and specially selected fragrant (or not necessarily so) wines, but also to many other revealed secrets: for example, what other parts of the body participate in tasting wine!

"Song of Songs" (Heb. Shir ha-Shirim) is a poetic love song included in the Old Testament canon, read, explained, and interpreted by different cultures and religions throughout the centuries. In the Jewish tradition, it is understood as an allegorical representation of the bond between God and the people of Israel; in Christian culture, as a symbol of divine and human love; and in secular culture, it is regarded as one of the most beautiful works of love poetry in human history. Its vivid language, nature metaphors, and emotional intensity have inspired countless poets, composers, cantors, theologians, and artists. Translated into many languages and constantly rediscovered, the "Song of Songs" remains a universal testament to love, beauty, and spiritual longing.

At Paliesius Manor, we invite you to discover not only one of the finest and most captivating male sopranos, but also France through a glass of wine. During this open afternoon of discovery, we will journey across diverse regions, uncovering a rich variety of bouquets, distinct aromas, and hidden flavors. To ensure your journey is engaging and you do not lose your way amidst the abundance of wine, you will be guided by seasoned beverage expert Juozas Kabašinskas.

Before the concert by renowned actor and singer Pino de Vittorio, we invite you to visit Provence! This sunny Southern French region by the Mediterranean Sea is celebrated for its elegant, crisp, and subtle wines, especially its rosés. Summers in Provence are intensely hot, yet the wines originating here pair beautifully with fresh Lithuanian summers. A diverse array of grapes is cultivated in Provence. In the white wines of Provence, Rolle dominates, offering a crisp and citrusy taste. In the rosés—Grenache and Cinsault, imparting fruitiness and elegance. In the reds, Syrah and Mourvèdre are more widely used—for structure, spice, and maturity.

Are you ready to briefly escape the everyday and immerse yourself in living, breathing nature? We invite you on an experiential hike where we will do more than simply walk—we will learn to truly see, hear, and understand the natural world. What awaits you? We will journey through diverse habitats and discover their inhabitants, seek out animal tracks, and listen to the sounds of the forest. We will visit the edges of the Milašius Telmological Reserve, attempt to trace where the "king of the forest" and the "kinglet" hide, hang a nesting box for our winged friends, and ensure we leave the woods even cleaner than we found them. This hike is perfect for anyone who wishes not just to take a stroll, but to experience nature on a deeper level.

We invite you to an open afternoon of discovery—a journey through the world of French wines alongside a beverage expert. During the event, you will be introduced to France’s most celebrated regions—Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Provence, and Alsace—exploring the grape varieties they nurture and their prevailing styles of flavor. You will experience how the nuances of white and red wines shift depending on the region. This is a perfect opportunity not only to taste an array of different wines and discover the ones that speak to you most, but also to deepen your understanding of what makes each wine exceptional and how to appreciate it. The tasting will feature a selection of 6–8 distinct wines from across various French regions. Guiding you on this journey will be the experienced wine connoisseur Juozas Kabašinskas.

On April 19, we invite you to embark on an extraordinary historical hike—to discover the traces of the First World War hidden close by. Though over 100 years have passed since the end of the First World War (1914–1918) and this chapter of history has slipped into oblivion, the fortifications bearing witness to that era still endure as striking elements of the landscape. They catch the eye, guiding our thoughts back to the events and painful experiences of the past. On both sides of the Adutiškis–Vidžiai road (Didžiasalis eldership), along a stretch of approximately 50 km (part of which lies within the territory of Belarus), more than 50 German army military structures of various purposes still remain...

On April 18, the ensemble "Dar vieni" will brush the dust off the baroque in the Paliesius Manor concert hall—while we, in the Manor wine cellar, will endeavor to reveal a path through the sheer abundance of wine. Today, the selection in wine shops and supermarkets is simply vast—but how do you keep from losing your way among it all? How do you select a truly fine bottle when heading to a birthday celebration where a friend has asked for wine instead of flowers? How is wine paired with food? A professional wine connoisseur will be your guide through the world of wine.

On April 11, a rising talent of the younger generation will perform at Paliesius Manor: a promising, multi-award-winning pianist. And before the concert, we will taste exquisite young French wines in the Manor wine cellar.Several different wines await you, both white and red. We can reveal that for the tasting, we have already selected a subtle, somewhat delicate Pinot Noir, alongside a Riesling renowned for its "steely" acidity. The experts of the Manor wine cellar are ready to surprise you: unexpected flavors and unveiled wine secrets await. Let us celebrate youth and spring together!