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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A Tribute to Wilhelm Haag, 'Father of the Renaissance of German Wine' February 9, 2021 After Wilhelm Haag of Weingut Fritz Haag in the Mosel died amid pandemic shutdowns, news… -
Looking for Your New Favorite Winter White Wine? Turn to France's Rhône Valley February 3, 2021 There are more snowy days in the forecast but that doesn't mean you have to… -
The Six Regions Bringing Out the Best In German Wine October 8, 2020 Germany's top six Grosse Lage, or 'Grand Cru,' regions are producing some of the country's… -
A Quick Guide to German Riesling July 2, 2020 Riesling is grown throughout Germany's 13 wine regions. Here's a quick guide on which regions…
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Ökonomierat Rebholz 2018 Trocken Riesling (Pfalz) Notes of lemon, lime and gooseberry lend bristling freshness to this dry, medium-bodied Riesling. Steely… 89 Points $24
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Heinz Eifel 2019 Auslese Riesling (Mosel) Whiffs of pineapple and white peach gain power and concentration on the palate of this… 89 Points $15
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Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2019 Erdener Treppchen Offdry Riesling (Mosel) The nose is subtle and earthy, a contrast to ripe, sunny tangerine and pineapple flavors… 89 Points $28
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Leonard Kreusch 2019 Piesporter Michelsberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel) This is a profoundly fruity, forward sip packed with tropical melon, orange and mango flavors.… 89 Points $16