Jarnac ♂ †

About Jarnac

Jarnac is a (died 2023) chestnut Selle Français / BWP showjumping stallion foaled in 1997, by Ryon d'Anzex out of a J'T'Adore dam.

Jarnac, born in 1997, is a showjumping stallion associated with the Selle Français and BWP studbooks. Bred in France by SCEA La Rousselière, Jarnac boasts a lineage of sport excellence, with his sire Ryon d'Anzex known for competitive offspring and his dam, Vic du Vass, part of a prominent French dam line including Tata Yoyo Bois Margot. Initially developed by Jean-Michel Lorin, Jarnac's career featured notable achievements in competition and breeding.

In competition, Jarnac secured victories such as the CSI4* Grand Prix of Chantilly and the Gijon Nations Cup, proving his skills at leading European events. He represented France at the European Championships in Aachen and ranked seventh in the 2011 World Cup Grand Prix of Gothenburg. After retiring from international competition in 2013, Jarnac became a significant breeding sire.

Jarnac's offspring have performed admirably in international showjumping, earning accolades and demonstrating his breeding influence. His progeny include Donatello d'Auge, with over €1.2 million in prize money, and Usual Suspect D'Auge, competitive at CSI5* events with notable earnings. Jarnac ranks among the top 100 sires globally by the WBFSH, with his progeny achieving remarkable success at high-level competitions.

Jarnac was a remarkable sire, producing offspring that have excelled in showjumping at the highest levels. His progeny, Donatello d'Auge, has amassed significant prize money exceeding €1.2 million, competing at prestigious venues under the skilled riding of J. Epaillard. Usual Suspect D'Auge represents another of his successful offspring, triumphing at CSI5* events in cities like Paris and Doha, with earnings surpassing €800,000. Such achievements underscore Jarnac’s enduring influence in the competitive equestrian landscape.

Conformation: French sport model with blood, gallop and elastic jump

Temperament: sensitive and professional; match carefully for rideability

Jarnac died in 2023 at Mars family estate. Breeding may continue via frozen semen — confirm availability with the stud.

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His stamp — performance traits

Researched stamp — 5 = strongly passes the trait. Web-sourced; confirm with the stud.

His stamp — conformation

Researched stamp — 5 = strongly passes the trait. Web-sourced; confirm with the stud.

Watch Jarnac jump — 3 clips