Sandra Gomes Rocha, CSW, MBA, WSET Diploma Candidate

CEO | Co-Founder Diniz Cellars | Portuguese Wine Expert

Los Angeles, California, United States

About

I specialize in sourcing and promoting distinctive, sustainably made wines from across Portugal—working directly with family-owned producers to bring their stories and wines to the U.S. market. From organic Vinho Verde to rare gems from the Azores, my goal is to help sommeliers, retailers, and wine lovers discover Portugal’s incredible diversity and value.Mila

Experience

  • Judge & Category Expert at Sommeliers Choice Awards
    Aug 2024 - Present · 2 yrs

    Regional and category expert for Portuguese wines.

  • CEO | Co-Founder at Diniz Cellars
    Jun 2017 - Present · 9 yrs 2 mos

    Fine Portuguese Wines & Spirits - Importer & Distributor

  • President, Board Of Directors - LA Chapter at Women for WineSense
    Sep 2019 - Aug 2023 · 4 yrs