10/17/2024
**SOLD***
"BOURBON"
b. 2017, 16.3 hh, black-brown, Friesian-x gelding
This Friesian Sport Horse is the epitome of a gentle giant, and has started his career in the hunt field, proving to be a natural hunter. He has gone out several times second field with both Piedmont and Snickersville, with comments of “He is amazing!” “The Best,” "What a dude," and “You need to keep him!” He can easily tote around a "silver fox" or novice rider in the 2nd or 3rd fields, or he will be ready to step it up to the first field next season for a junior or amateur. He has no issues with first field galloping by while quietly waiting on the buckle, even on a day with 60+ riders out in it! He has a lovely foundation in many disciplines (driving, English, Western, trail riding) and he is ready to be your new best friend. He is sweet, quiet and honestly one of the most obedient and kindest horses I’ve ever met. Under saddle he is as gentle as he is to handle on the ground. He has a slower more collected trot you can sit and a nice big reach in the extended which is easy to post to. His canter is big and has lots of uphill suspension. When out on the trail he will take the lead or follow behind and is confident going through water, over logs and through brush. He is well started on becoming an excellent gate horse. In addition, he has been jumping natural- and hunt-type fences, and he is an excellent jumper! He also is an absolute gem under harness, as he’s a simple hitch and smooth and easy to drive. Bourbon is sound in every way and has no known previous injuries or medical issues, he has no known limitations, and he has no vices. He is the BEST to load, and will stand quietly tied in the trailer, aisle, or stall with no fussing. Horses like this one do NOT come along every day, with brain, looks, and athleticism!
October 2024 XC jumping: https://youtu.be/psPLfkmQH94?si=RGOFe5qfaiDcOkd_
August 2024 first little XC school at home: https://youtu.be/Kxpm6_FIjjM
Hunting with Piedmont during the TAR Field Hunter Championship Oct 2024: https://www.middleburgphoto.com/HorseandHound/Field-Hunter-Championship/2024-TA-Randolph-Field-Hunt-Championship/10102024-PFH-Holman-Hall/i-RfwkHmv/A
Low-mid 5🥕 s. www.cherryblossomfarmva.com