Anna Lee C. IijimaContributing Editor
Reviews wines from Germany and the Rhône Valley.
Iijima joined Wine Enthusiast in 2010 following a career in corporate law. She holds a Diploma in Wine and Spirits from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust and is a student in the Masters of Wine Program. She also holds a certification in Viticulture and Vinification from the American Sommelier Association and is a Certified Sake Professional of the Sake Education Council. Her passion for Japanese sake and shōchū often rivals her devotion to wine.Recent Articles and Reviews
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Tokyo's Best Wine Bars September 16, 2019 Tokyo's wine scene rivals those of Paris, London and New York. Here are the bars… -
Is it Time to Drop the Traditional Pairing Rules? July 18, 2019 With an increasing amount of global beverage and food options, it's time to break from… -
Tradition Meets Evolution in Modern Mosel April 29, 2019 Learn how unique terroir and emerging producers are enabling an ancient wine region to embrace… -
It's a Golden Era for French Red Wines February 15, 2019 It might be hard to choose between three amazing vintages, but now is the time…
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Domaine Comte de Lauze 2017 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape) Freshly pressed yellow apple and pear are accented by whiffs of dried thyme and crushed… 89 Points N/A
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Domaine Juliette Avril 2017 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape) While the nose of this wine suggests savory tones of dried herb and pressed apple,… 89 Points N/A
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NewRhône Millesimes 2017 Romain Duvernay White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape) Ripe but restrained lemon, apple and almond abound in this elegant, silky dry white. Juicy… 89 Points N/A
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Château Sixtine 2017 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape) Made from 95% Roussanne augmented by 5% Clairette, this full-bodied, silky wine is a bit… 89 Points N/A