The Mares at Sommer Ranch
Celebrating the Extraordinary: These Remarkable Ladies Stand as a True Testament to Our 36-Year Breeding Program, Showcasing Exceptional Conformation, Movement, and Temperament.
Patina De Bravio Oro
2011 Buckskin Pearl (Oriundo VG “Oreo” x Perla de Bravio)
This 2011 mare represents the ultimate success in blending the foundation Bravio bloodlines with the imported Smokey Black stallion, Oriundo VG ("Oreo").
We thought this would be an outstanding blend of pearl from Bravio & cream from Oreo....and we were right! She got color, confirmation and the temperament we find instrumental to our success. She is such a character. No lack of personality in this gal. And to the best of our knowledge, she is the very first United States bred and born PRE Buckskin Pearl filly!!
Her dam is the bay Bravio daughter "Perla de Bravio" (see below). See additional photos under Photo Gallery. Patina has given us several outstanding foals including our double pearl 2018 filly, Navi de la Paz (by Pearl of Peace), and Mazikeen de la Paz, another Pearl of Peace filly that arrived in 2020. In 2021 we welcomed a Patina filly, the first Apollo Del Solis daughter, Tazz del Solis…an absolutely amazing double pearl gal. And every year since this stunning mare has delivered us incredible offspring in Pearl and Cream/Pearl.
Pele De Perla
Rioso x Luna de Bravio (2009 Grey Pearl Bravio Granddaughter)
Pele de Perla is a line-bred Bravio Granddaughter with tons of character and personality! From the very beginning, she stole our hearts. In 2013 she gave us the bay pearl Oreo daughter, Adagia de Oro. Pele is mother to some of our very best horses, she also produced our 2016 double pearl stallion, Apollo del Solis, and the 2017 Buckskin Pearl filly, Isabeau "Izzie". Pele has truly earned the title of Sommer Ranch Foundation mare.
Ebonista
2011 Oreo x Ametza (Smokey Black/Grey Mare)
A classic beauty, this 2011 PRE filly is from Oreo's first foal crop and out of Ametza (an Axis daughter). Axis is a black, Legion of Merit stallion imported from Spain with two lines back to Agente and Maluso! "Ebby" as we lovingly call her, carries a chestnut gene she inherited from her mother and the cream gene she was gifted from her sire.
So she is a smokey black with one copy of the grey gene and she is capable of producing Palominos and Cremellos. Her first foal, (born March of 2015) was a Smokey Black colt and is an excellent example of old-world Andalusian style and carriage.
He's round, stout, and has a natural ability for airs above the ground; all while maintaining an even temperament. Her second foal was a stunning Chestnut Pearl colt. Her 2018 filly is our Smokey Cream (double cream on a black base) filly, Lunazul, who also inherited a chestnut gene from either her mother or sire, Rey PM. And Ebby's 2019 foal is a big, sweet buckskin filly.
Every year she offers us the cream of the crop. Ebby has consistently outproduced herself and in 2021 she gave us the incredibly athletic Palomino filly, Tempi del Solis, by Feliz du Carel. And lately her Apollo offspring have been turning heads.
In 2026 she delivered a Perlino filly by Don Diego del Solis. Be sure to check out the video of this incredibly good minded girl on our sales page.
Chantilly
2015 Buckskin Pearl (AG Palomo x Perla de Bravio)
With an eye on the future, this Buckskin Pearl (carries chestnut) holds the true heart of the ranch and our family.
Her playful spirit and expressive attitude only deepen our appreciation for her. Combined with an unmistakable “look-at-me” presence, she embodies the qualities of an exceptional show horse—backed by the pedigree to produce foundation-quality foals and the athleticism to excel across a wide range of equine disciplines.
Chantilly possesses one of the finest temperaments we have ever encountered. We often joke that she has a true sense of humor. More than just a horse, she is a cherished member of our family—truly one of a kind.
Her production record reflects her quality. In 2020, she delivered a striking perlino colt by the renowned palomino stallion Morante RM. In spring 2021, she produced a rare double pearl colt, Ambrose del Solis, by Apollo, followed by several equally impressive offspring.
In 2025 Chantilly learned to work cattle and in the show arena, Chantilly has proven her versatility and talent. Competing in Western Dressage, she earned two Regional Year-End High Point Awards in the Level 1 Open Division and placed Third in the State of California. She also achieved Top Five honors with her amateur rider.
As of April 2026, Chantilly has been confirmed in foal to Apollo del Solis, with a 2027 double pearl or buckskin pearl foal anticipated. Please contact us to inquire about in utero purchase opportunities.
Navi De La Paz
2018 Black Base Double Pearl (Pearl of Peace x Patina de Bravio Oro)
Stop the press! This 2018 filly is big news. First Pearl of Peace (see Breeding Stallion page) foal born in the United States and she is a winner in every respect.
She is a BIG gal with show-stopping movement. And the sweetest of personalities. Her metallic golden glow is just the icing on the cake. Navi has given us several outstanding Double Pearl foals by Apollo including a 2026 colt born in March. She will be re-bred to Apollo for 2027.... for another GUARENTEED double pearl foal. Feel free to contact us for more information on this special opportunity. Those babies will be worth their weight in Gold!
Mazikeen del Paz
2020 Buckskin Pearl (Pearl of Peace 17h Double Pearl Stallion x Patina de Bravio Oro)
Navi’s younger sister, Mazikeen del Paz, stands about 16.2h and has the kind of movement that is well suited for upper level dressage.
This big striking gal is a real head turner. Producing some of our most impressive foals in both cream/pearl and double pearl. Her Pearl of Peace bloodlines are highly desirable here in the United States and very rare.
Lilliana TNF
2010 Chestnut Rabicano - Apollo III (By Bravio XVI) x Navidad D (with several crosses to Leviton)
Liliana was recently sold and now living in beautiful green pastures back east. We have loved this mare from afar since she was a yearling. We were fortunate enough to welcome her to the Sommer Ranch family in November of 2021…and it was worth the wait. This mare is almost one of a kind in the PRE Andalusian breed…a Chestnut Rabicano. Rabicano is a pseudo form of Roan.
She has white ticking throughout her body with the classic abundance in her tail. She also has a flaxen Mane. She is 16.1 hands tall with movement that will take your breath away. Already a proven broodmare, we can’t wait for the arrival of her next Sommer Ranch foal.
Isabeau Del Solis
2017 Buckskin Pearl (Carmelo PM II x Pele de Perla)
Once again our beautiful grey pearl mare, Pele, outdid herself with this 2017 Buckskin Pearl (one cream gene/one pearl gene on bay base color - no grey gene) mare sired by Carmelo PM II. Isabeau (aka “Izzy”) is ½ sister to our double pearl stallion, Apollo del Solis.
This 16h intelligent mare has a big free-floating trot. Her first foal is our 2021 stud colt, Don Diego del Solis, a Perlino sired by the 17h Palomino stallion, Furtivo . He carries chestnut and no black genes. With equally impressive foals that followed.
Tazz del Solis
2021 Double Pearl PRE Mare – Apollo Del Solis x Patina de Bravio Oro
Tazz, a daughter of Patina de Bravio Oro and sired by our Apollo del Solis, represents an exciting direction for our program. In 2025, she was started under saddle with a focus on Working Cow Horse, where her natural ability and trainable mind quickly became evident. Currently in training with Kayla Carter, Tazz continues to progress beautifully, and we look forward to watching her step into the Team Sorting pen this summer.
Tazz has recently been confirmed in foal to Isai PM, with a guaranteed double pearl foal expected in 2027. We eagerly anticipate the arrival of her first foal.
Perla De Bravio
2001 Bay Pearl (Bravio XVI x Amante V)
Even though we have lost this matriarch of Sommer Ranch...we remember her as this big 16h+ bay pearl PRE mare who was very generous with her unique color gene; producing Patina de Bravio Oro (see above), Rocoso Dorado and Chantilly (see above)…all Buckskin Pearls…just to name a few. This Bravio daughter threw the very best attributes that Bravio offered our long-term breeding program, including great minds, lofty movement and a commanding presence.
