Wine Filtration Experts
– VA Filtration
Wine Filtration Experts
For twenty-four years, VA Filtration USA has been working to help wineries improve their wine filtration process. We offer a range of services to help with common wine issues and support you in making the best product possible. Our filtration machines can be found around the world, but they are designed and assembled right here in Napa, California.
In addition to our top-tier services, we offer a range of low-impact wine filtration solutions specifically: filtration skids, food-grade membrane elements, ion exchange resins, adsorption resins, Solventum™ sterile filter cartridges, sterile cartridge housings, grape-based high-proof spirits, and amaea™ molecular filtration products.
VA Filtration USA: Elevating Wine Quality Through Innovation and Expertise
For over twenty-four years, VA Filtration USA has been a trusted partner to wineries, delivering advanced solutions for wine filtration and phenolic enhancement. Our commitment to innovation and quality has made us a leader in the industry, helping winemakers overcome common challenges and craft exceptional wines.
Your Partner in Wine Excellence: At VA Filtration USA, we don’t just provide equipment—we offer ongoing support, expertise, and a passion for helping you create the best wine possible.
Our filtration systems are designed and assembled in Napa, California, and are relied upon by wineries worldwide. We bring our expertise directly to your doorstep with mobile filtration services, ensuring convenience and immediate impact on wine quality.
Our proprietary membrane based filtration technologies gently remove alcohol, unwanted compounds, turbidity, and taints—preserving the unique character and integrity of your wine. We continually invest in research and partnerships to stay at the forefront of filtration technologies and selective removal solutions for winemaking.

Whether you manage a single barrel or a large-scale operation, VA Filtration USA offers tailored options to rent, lease, or purchase our systems. Our flexible approach ensures that every winery, regardless of size, can benefit from world-class filtration solutions.
Working with VA Filtration - “The process was super smooth, and the team was really great to work with. The trial provided an approximation, and as we progressed with the treatment, we could taste it as we went. The technicians gave me a heads up as we were getting closer, and then it worked,” describes Uhr. “With control, I was really able to dial in the quality.” (case study)
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Our Management Team
At VA Filtration USA, while our trucks may not display our logos,
we possess the largest fleet of certified wine filtration technicians in North America.
Bryan Tudhope, a chemical engineer by profession, developed the VA NF removal process in South Africa in 1998. He brought the technology to the US market in 2001 and has been at the forefront of the companies growth ever since.
With a background in water purification including membrane and ion exchange technology, Bryan has applied his knowledge in the field to improve wine quality. Never straying from a challenge and always looking to push the boundary of membrane technology, he has grown VA Filtration into the largest wine service company in the USA and a world leader in membrane related taint removal.
In his spare time, Bryan enjoys golf, guitar, reading, walking and spending time with his two grandchildren.
Kyle has been with VA Filtration USA for over a decade. Previously in semiconductor, he was brought on to standardize and streamline the manufacturing group at VAF.
Following his successful tenure in fabrication he was promoted to President and General Manager and spearheaded the move to our new facility. He continues to support our growth in bringing new unique solutions to our wine making customers.
In his time away from the office Kyle enjoys building rock crawlers, traveling with his wife and daughter and cooking.
Annette Castro
Rick Oberlin
With over 25 years in the wine industry, Rick brings his winemaking expertise to every customer interaction.
Chris Koegelenberg
20+ years in operations, marketing and sales. As Director, Operations and Marketing, his focus is on continuous improvement both internally and externally while developing business development initiatives. The key will be to strengthen the company’s vision while delivering exceptional client value through tailored solutions.








