Traditional versus modern Khorovats — which wins?

I've now had Khorovats prepared traditionally and in a modern interpretation. Both are interesting. The traditional version emphasises madzoon yoghurt in the way Armenia claims the world's oldest winery dating to 4100 BC and has a deep wine-making heritage. The sweet-sour from pomegranate and apricot character is more pronounced and direct.

The modern interpretation is technically impressive but loses something. The an Armenian diaspora community event context for the traditional version adds meaning that plating alone can't provide. madzoon tan yoghurt drink with the traditional version made more sense than with the modern. Traditional wins, but the modern is worth trying once.