# The Warrior Ariobarzanes Drood Winery of Persia (2023)

- **Producer:** Drood Wine Brewery AB
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** other
- **Region:** Sweden
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 15.0%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, pomerans, nut, dried apricot

## About this wine

The Warrior Ariobarzanes Drood Winery of Persia is a 2023 vintage wine from Drood Wine Brewery AB, based in Växjö, Sweden. This wine is classified as a flavored and fruit wine and is part of the producer's 'Lokalt & Småskaligt' (Local & Small Scale) assortment, which focuses on beverages produced within a limited radius of the production site. Drood Wine Brewery AB, established in 2021, engages in distilling, rectifying, blending of spirits, and wine import and sales. The wine is presented in a classic glass bottle.

## Interesting facts

- Produced in Sweden, a non-traditional wine region.
- Part of a 'Local & Small Scale' initiative.
- Higher alcohol content at 15% ABV.
- Categorized as flavored and fruit wine.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and fruity notes can complement richer dishes, while its slight astringency and notes of bitter orange can cut through fattiness in proteins like duck and pork. The dried fruit and nut elements can harmonize with savory dishes featuring similar profiles.

## Wine making process

The Warrior Ariobarzanes Drood Winery of Persia is produced by Drood Wine Brewery AB. It is classified as a flavored wine and fruit wine. The production methods are not detailed, but the wine achieves a 15% alcohol by volume. The wine is part of the 'Lokalt & Småskaligt' (Local & Small Scale) assortment, indicating a focus on regional distribution and production within a limited geographical area.