Don Marco was the radiant Reserve Champion at the 2004 Hanoverian approval.  He combines an exceptionally brilliant type with excellent lines, correct conformation and a perfect exterior.  Three first class gaits that are forward moving with a swinging back promise an exrremely comfortable riding experience.  These characteristics were confirmed by the results of his first saddle test.  Don Marco also makes a great impression at the fence with unbelievable potential when it comes to ability, technique and bascule.  The sire, Don Frederico, was Champion Stallion of the 1999 Hanoverian approval in Verden and Reserve Champion at his performance test in Adelheidsdorf.  After impressive presentations at the Bundeschampionat finals in 2002 and 2003, he is meanwhile successful up to Intermediate I.  The dam, Penny, is by Pik Bube I, a highly successful dressage stallion under Herbert Rehbein (in one season he won 11 of 12 advanced level dressage tests, and is deemed one of the most versatile sires in German breeding history).  Don Marco received a 9 for character and 8.5 and better for gaits, when he completed his test in Schlieckaw in 2005.