V-LN: 6448808 

Talismã do Vale is the "Ballerina" of the stable, a dapple gray mare who possesses a rare, liquid-like elasticity in her movement. Her personality is defined by an intuitive sensitivity; she is a high-intelligence athlete who seems to anticipate the rider's lateral aids before they are even fully applied. As a modern dressage horse, she excels in the "sideways" movements, offering a cross-over in the half-pass that is both expansive and effortless. Her promise lies in her incredible shoulder freedom and a long, elegant neck that naturally seeks a soft, reaching contact. While she moves away from the heavier baroque tradition, she retains the breed’s legendary work ethic, making her a specialized tool for riders seeking to maximize points in the "flow" and "grace" components of the Grand Prix test. 

The Quinta do Vale breeding program has achieved its pursuit of the "Straight and Refined" athlete through Talismã’s carefully constructed pedigree. By utilizing Navegador do Vale, a sire renowned for his uphill frame, and the influential Quartzo da Serra on the dam side, the stable has effectively "lengthened" the traditional Lusitano silhouette. The goal was to eliminate any trace of a "choppy" stride, and Talismã delivers this through a flat, reaching extended trot that challenges the best warmbloods. She represents the successful marriage of Galo de Évora’s rhythmic consistency and Índia do Vale’s modern scope. In her, the breeders have achieved an international-caliber dressage mare that prioritizes lateral reach and longitudinal elasticity above all else.