Not surprisingly, the site at Lethbridge was selected based on scientific principles such as soil type, degree days and other climatic indicators. Yet, after purchasing the property in Lethbridge they discovered an ancient wooden fermentation vat in one of the old sheds. Further investigation revealed that Swiss vignerons planted the site in the 1870s before the scourge of phylloxera decimated the Geelong wine region. This story is compelling in the connection between traditional wisdom and modern science. After over 20 years of producing exceptional wine, Lethbridge Wines has achieved a stellar reputation in Australia and internationally, with its wines poured in many of the world's best restaurants. Not resting on their laurels, Ray and Maree have continued experimenting and innovating and have developed several new distinct wine personalities encapsulated under the labels Between Five Bells, il Modo and Nadeson Collis.