Embryo 22

Relying on a proven maternal line is almost a guarantee for success, and the dam Hapache de Verby has undoubtedly earned her stripes!

First and foremost, she carries the esteemed performance blood of Lord Z, carefully crossed with the legendary Diamant de Semilly, a combination that has already proven its worth with Nero de Semilly. This approved stallion earned a bronze medal at the World Championships for Young Horses in Lanaken as a 6-year-old. Nero was no fluke—his half-sister, Olivia de Muze, achieved remarkable results at the 1.60m level as a 9-year-old before being sold to the USA. Another standout from this line is Lapache Blue, who competed successfully at the 1.50m level under the Brazilian flag.

Looking at the immediate relatives of this embryo, we find numerous exceptional jumpers, including Krambamboulie, who competed at the 1.50m level, and the talented Bamako daughter Elize, who has reached the 1.60m level under French rider Aymeric de Ponnat. Additionally, I’m Moerhoeve’s Princess successfully competed at the 1.55m level.

Examining the granddam Narcotique, we uncover a Darco daughter who competed at the highest level with former Olympic champion Eric Lamaze. Narcotique not only excelled in sport but has left an indelible mark on breeding, with an influence that warrants a deep dive into her Hippomundo pedigree.

This maternal line is a treasure trove of exceptional performers, including Vedet de Muze, Sterrenhof’s Ushie, Estoy Aqui de Muze, Boyante de Muze, Sil Cocodrille, Diego del Caribe, Vagabond de la Pomme, Chatel de la Pomme, Hotspot, Tres Bien Z, Naturelle van’t Legitahof Z, Go Easy de Muze, Hocus Pocus de Muze, Heroine de Muze, Levis de Muze, Nimrod de Muze, Morphine de Muze, Incroyable de Muze, Sea Coast Ferly, Kasanova de la Pomme, Giovanni de la Pomme, Takotak Z, and countless others!

It would be a disservice not to give this maternal line the attention and admiration it so richly deserves.