Tabasco Van Erpekom

19/06/2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear and wonderful 'Bacco Man' at the age of 29 years. A stallion of exemplary temperament, movement and athleticism.
This much loved son of DARCO has been the most super stallion and friend since we bought him as a yearling . Carefully brought on to inspection and full IHR approval by Marie Burke of Clare Equestrian Centre, his progeny have achieved excellent results around the world.
Lovingly cared for by our daughter Claire and family - we said goodbye to him with many tears on Thursday 12th June. 🌈
Thankfully we have some of his offspring to continue his line - so watch this space over coming months and years.

Rosie and Stan.

08/06/2025

A glimpse of exciting arrivals

Over these past weeks Carmel Welsh of 's River Stud and equine clinic has been extremely busy in over-seeing the arrival of four beautiful foals by Tabasco. We have three c**ts and one filly safely delivered from four of our stock TB mares. This is the proven cross which has seen many progeny of this son of Darco do so well around the world.
We are indebted to Carmel for her expertise and care.
Watch this space as we keep you updated on our progress.
Thank you for your interest - Stan.

03/05/2025

Enjoying the sunshine in his paddock on his 29th Birthday today!

Happy Birthday big fella! 🎂🎂❤️❤️🌞🌞

24/04/2025

First stretch of the legs for Francisco.

21/04/2025

Easter arrival.
The first foal for 2025 for Tabasco. Born at 3.30am a beautiful c**t foal.
On the same night as we heard of the passing of Pope Francis we feel it fitting to dedicate to his memory this beautiful foal by Tabasco and have named FRANCISCO.

We thank Carmel Welsh BSc BVM&S CertAVP (stud med) MVB for her help in securing the pregnancy and the foaling. Three remaining Irish NH mares will foal at the end of May.....so watch this space .

These are the remaining precious foals by the fantastic Tabasco van Erpekom...son of DARCO ex Amira by SAMBER ...international dressage stallion.

31/08/2024

Benedict Dalton Radau at the Blenheim Palace International Horse trials CCI4* on September 15th. Ridden by Anne Macklay.
12 year old son of Tabasco van Erpekom ex Tipperary Belle (TB).
Finished 6th with only 8 completing the course with over 50 entries.
Carmel Welsh of Kilcash Equine Clinic was on holiday in Scotland and was surprised to hear the announcement of this entry as she visited Blair.
'A beautiful big scopy individual with great presence and movement ' says Carmel.

12/05/2024

Another stunning horse by Tabasco. 12 Yr old The Top Draw takes the Royal Windsor Irish Horse Board Working Hunter Championship!

Locally bred here in Tipperary out of a National Hunt mare. Other photo taken of him as a foal.

Congratulations to all his connections.🫶🫶🥳👏🎊

03/05/2024

A big Happy 28th Birthday to the legend Tabasco! Few more grey hairs but in the best of form! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

03/05/2023

Happy 27th Birthday to the best man 💞💞

26/10/2022

24/10/2022

Congratulations to Ian Cassells, Rosconnell Alto and all their connections placing 5th in Mondial du Lion. What a performance over the last few days! Bravo!👏👏👏.
Looking forward to seeing more from this combination and wishing them every success for the future!

5th in the 2022 FEI WBFSH Eventing World Breeding Championship at Mondial du Lion

Ian Cassells with ROSCONNELL ALTO (IRL)

Rosconnell Alto (ISH) – 2015 gelding by Tabasco Van Erpekom (BWP) out of All Clover (ISH) by Cavalier Clover Lad (ISH). Breeder: Patrick Lacey. Owner: Gerry & Fiona Leahy.

03/05/2021

Happy 25th Birthday to our incredible friend! 💗 we 💘 you Tabasco!!!