"Throughout my equestrian career, I have been fortunate to sit on some of the best animals in our sport: Careful, scopey, intelligent athletes. Out of all of them, Pacific des Essarts has always stood out as my favorite to ride and the full package. Not only did he possess the scope and quality necessary to compete at the top level, but his temperament and disposition made him a true pleasure to work with. He was soft on the flat, responsive to leg, eager to jump any fence (and any distance) I put him to, and overall the most pleasurable ride. He had blood and took me as a rider without being overbearing or too strong, and always responded to command without any attitude. He had a pure respect and willingness to listen to his rider.

Most of all, his character shone through in every aspect of his life. He was a favorite of everyone in our barn who interacted with him, whether on the ground, doing flatwork or in the competition arena.  We could not be more excited to see our favorite horse pass down such valuable traits to his progeny. His offspring (ages 6-7) already share his characteristic talent and heart. I am eager to breed my own competition mares to him once they are in that stage of life, and am honored to work with Spy Coast Farm to provide his high quality semen to US-based breeders. I couldn’t recommend or vouch for this stunning, intelligent, talented stallion any more than I wholeheartedly am today." - Jennifer Gates, Evergate Stables