Second Stakes-Winner for Burgundy

Media Release - Wednesday September 13
Lisa Latta completed a smart piece of business when she parted with $26,000 at Karaka last year to secure a daughter of young Redoute's Choice stallion Burgundy.

Dijon Bleu - Race ImagesNamed Dijon Bleu, she was a debut winner last season for the Awapuni trainer and on Wednesday scored a hollow victory in the Listed The O'Leary's Fillies' Stakes (1200m) at Wanganui, a meeting rescheduled after heavy rain forced its abandonment last Saturday.

After five appearances, Dijon Bleu's stake earnings are now closing in on $60,000 with the promise of significantly more to come.

"There's a lot of options for her and the key will be whether she can get 1400m and further and then if we head south early," said Latta, referring to the Gr.1 gavelhouse.com New Zealand 1000 Guineas.

Dijon Bleu raced in behind the leaders to the turn before rider Jonathan Riddell angled her into the clear and, once balanced, she strode clear in the closing 200m to distance Blanco Belle, who was green in the straight, and Style By Design.

"We decided to ride her a bit cold because there was a bit of speed in the race," Latta said. "She got fired up early, but then she came back and really put paid to them in the straight."

It was the three-year-old's second appearance for the season following a solid run for third when resuming last month behind the highly-regarded Astor and the Group One performer Belle du Nord.

"The trip to Taupo has really made her," Latta said. "She has really gone forward since then and I couldn't be happier."

Dijon Bleu is the best of three winners from More Than Ready (USA) mare Pristino, a half-sister to Group II winner So Pristine. – NZ Racing Desk.


Advertisment
More Reading...
Luberon Heads Cambridge Stud Saturday Charge
Lance Noble will attempt to add to a strong run of spring form for Cambridge Stud when he sends out five well-credentialled runners in Brendan and Jo Lindsay’s black and gold colours at Pukekohe on Saturday.
One to Watch – Moonee Valley
This promising three year-old Cosmic Force filly made it wo wins in as many starts at Moonee Valley on Friday night with a tenacious display.
Burgundy filly flies home to win at Ballarat
A filly bred by Sir Patrick and Lady Hogan created a big impression when zooming home to score at Ballarat on Tuesday.
Sad Passing of Burgundy
The Redoute’s Choice stallion, Burgundy, was put down at Cambridge Stud today, having contracted acute laminitis in his front feet. His condition had deteriorated over the past 72 hours and the decision was made between the major partners that he should not suffer further.
Cambridge Stud News
It’s been the spring that keeps giving for Cambridge Stud and it’s not over yet.
Promising 2YO SW for Burgundy
La Romanee is proving a dashing advertisement for his Cambridge Stud-based sire Burgundy.
Burgundy Rose Adds Another Chapter to Family Success
Burgundy’s 3yo daughter Burgundy Rose added another chapter of success for the family of successful trainer Jamie Richards at Taupo on Wednesday.
Best On Breeding
The cerise, white crossed sashes and black cap of Bob Peters, Peter's Investments, may not be the once dominant force they have been for decades in Western Australian racing, but they are far from finished.
Sires With Winners - Friday November 22
Here is the full list of 46 stallions which had winners throughout Australasia today with winners and result details.
Kiwi Breeders Celebrating Broodmare Success
Celtic Dream is developing into a valuable broodmare.