Torino is by the 'keur' stallion Heartbreaker, son of the 'preferent' stallion Nimmerdor, who was voted sire of the century. In 1998 Heartbreaker was 3rd in the G.P. of Hamburg, Falsterbro and Geesteren. In 1999 Heartbreaker continued his successful career by finishing 4th in the prestigious Grand Prix of Aachen and winning the 'Championat' of Dortmund. In Belgium and Holland, Heartbreaker has been leading the jumping index for the last three years. Heartbreaker leads the jumping index with a staggering score of 168 points. Torino's dam, sucessful herself to 1m40 in EU is by the enormously populat Holsteiner stallion. Cassini. Cassini is endowed with the best jumping pedigree in Holstein: The Capitol/ Caletto II nick.

Pedigree isn't all Torino has. Torino exhibits explosive power off the ground, yet demonstrates careful technique combined with incredible bascule. While Torino has been called " a jumping machine," he also exhibits round, balanced, ground covering gaits and a magnificent presence. Torino is a kind hearted and extremely willing stallion. Torino was shown in 2005 in low level jumpers, bringing in double clears consistently. After preparing for the YJC series, in early 2006, Torino was injured in a freak pasture accident which sidelined him form the show ring in 2006. Torino is now back 100% so look for him in the jumper ring in 2007!

Torino's foals' scores speak for themseves! 3 crops and 3 US champions! 2004 foal champion and reserve: Elio JSF, score: 81; Equinox, score: 80. 2005 foal champion: Fidelio JSF, score: 82. 2006 high scoring colt: Giacomo JSF score: 79; high scoring filly and reserve: Grat'Czia Torina JSF score: 82 and Giada JSF score: 81. Breeding fee considerations will be given for BWP mares in 2007.