Birth of a Holsteiner star
Calido I, a distinguished Holsteiner stallion born April 2, 1991, was the product of esteemed breeders Heini and Matthias Kahler. With a height of 168 cm and a gray coat, Calido I was a prominent figure within the Holsteiner studbook.
Father
His lineage boasted notable fathers, being the son of Cantus-a progeny of Caletto I and Roman, supplemented by Marabu II-and Baroness, whose lineage included Coriander, Roman and Aldato.
Mother and grandmother
The maternal side of Calido I’s pedigree is particularly noteworthy. His grandmother, Kollet, a descendant of Roman, produced six sons who excelled in both dressage and jumping, achieving success at advanced levels. His maternal grandfather, Coriander, was recognized as a versatile talent, often winning victories in advanced dressage competitions.
Approval as a stallion
In 1993, Calido I was officially licensed as a stallion in Neumünster, marking the beginning of an extraordinary career. Over the years, Calido I has been approved by numerous prestigious studbooks, including Holstein, Hanoverian, Oldenburg, OS International, Bavaria and German Sport Horse, further cementing his status in the equine breeding community.
C-Line Cor de la Bryere
Calido I’s contributions to show jumping were particularly significant; he was renowned as the best jumping sire at the Bundeschampionate in 2004 and carried the lineage of his great-grandfather Cor de la Bryere, representing the Holstein C-line. His legacy continued through his brother Calido II, who also gained approval.
Calido’s features
As sire, Calido I was praised for passing on qualities such as beauty, correct gaits, rideability, proportionality, jumping ability and a distinct head.
Progeny
His progeny included a remarkable count of 36 successful offspring, many of whom achieved high honors. Noteworthy among them was Coup de Coeur, a three-time German champion under the guidance of famous riders René Tebbel and Ludger Beerbaum.
Calido I’s older progeny have already made their mark on the international scene, with their offspring contributing to the breed’s prestige. Stallions such as Calanthano, Caleri, Calido Ass, Calmo, Candyman, Cantino, Cerutti, Cervantes, Chalet, Chapot Charakter, Charisma, Conquest of Paradies, Cormint, Coster, Counter, Count Basie and Crelido owe their legacy to this outstanding stallion.
1991/2023
Calido I’s life ended in 2023 at the age of 32, leaving behind a rich legacy in Holsteiner breeding. His impact on the equestrian world continues to be felt, shaping the future of sport horses and influencing generations to come.
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