Meet Tortilla – a gelding with a heart of gold and a work ethic that surpasses the norm. This gelding is the truest form of ‘real ranch horse’ you can get. Tortilla has traversed the rocks of Arizona, scaled the mountains of Utah, and worked the plains of Texas on large cattle operations being used for every job imaginable. Tested and proven in diverse climates and terrains, he is the unwavering choice when there is a job to be done.

Tortilla isn’t just great out on the ranch. He’s a fun mount to hit the trails with too! Whether you’re navigating trails or the busy streets of town, come upon traffic, encounter wildlife, or need to maneuver through various obstacles, Tortilla remains solid and dependable. With a willing attitude, mountain goat surefootedness, and an adventurous spirit, he's your ideal companion. In the arena, Tortilla has shined as a turn-back horse in the cutting pen, has helped start numerous colts, is a versatile performer in ranch trail classes, and is well started in the team roping pen on the head side. Not only is he wonderful under western tack, but he’s just as enjoyable under english tack and shows a natural aptitude, both on the flat and over fences schooling up to Novice with ease.

Tortilla is the kind of horse that has the physical ability and the mind to do anything and everything you’d want to with ease. He’s balanced in all gaits, has a smooth and fluid trot you can ride for miles, can stop on a dime, and turn around and give you some change. With a straightforward handle and responsiveness to leg cues, he adapts to your pace and can ride as fast and as fancy as you want or can slow it down. If he has time off, he’s one you don’t have to have a single worry when you climb back aboard again.

Tortilla is extremely easy to be around on the ground and has the personality of a curious kid as he always wants to see what’s going on or what you’re doing. He’s excellent for the farrier, ground ties anywhere for saddling, lowers his head for bridling, hauls like an old pro, and is careful enough for even the smallest of cowboys to be around. Tortilla’s good mind, athletic ability, and versatility are no coincidence as his pedigree boasts of some of the most influential quarter horses of all time; Peppy San, Leo, Colonel Freckles, Gay Bar King, and more.

Witnessing the start of his journey to being a dependable partner with a close friend of ours and now having had him in our barn, we're confident he'll be the solid, versatile addition you'll never regret owning as he truly does have a heart of gold. Tortilla is UTD on all routine care from dental to farrier, is 100% sound with x-rays on file, and has no vices of any kind.

Sonitas Lil Freckle Hip 54 at the Southern Belle Classic Sale happening March 22nd & 23rd at Stable View in Aiken, Sc. Online and phone bidding will be available. Checkout the sale's website below for more details and please don't hesitate to call with any questions!