BUCCHERO
2025 New York Sire of the Year
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Breeding Digest: Safe Hands Steady The Ship
From rescue mare to stakes glory, one family's journey.
New York State of Mind
Thoroughbred Daily News profiles how Bucchero has cemented his warrior status at stud in New York. His progeny have now earned more than $17.3 million, led by Eclipse champion Book'em Danno.
Champion Book'em Danno Back to His Best in True North
Bucchero's champion son Book'em Danno returned to his best at Saratoga, running down favored Bentornato in the stretch to win the Grade 3 True North Stakes for the second straight year. The victory pushed the Eclipse Award winner past $2.1 million in career earnings.
Stallion Spotlight
Flagship Stallion: Bucchero, a son of Kantharos, stands for a 2026 fee of $12,500. He is the sire of Multiple Grade 1 winner Book'em Danno.
Bucchero
2026 Fee: $12,500
The 2025 New York Sire of the Year, despite not having a single NY Bred runner. A brilliantly fast, versatile and durable MGSW son of Kantharos, Bucchero brings proven G1 producing success to your breeding program.
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Industry-leading recognition and proven excellence
2025 New York Sire of the Year
Top Synthetic Sires in U.S. - #2
Top Synthetic Sires in U.S. - #1
First-Team All-Value Synthetic Sire
Paulick Report
Best Values $10-15,000
Thoroughbred Review
Rankings and recognition from leading industry publications
Champions in the Making
Bucchero's offspring are winning at racing's highest levels
Bucchero Progeny Performance
Last updated: August 12, 2026
Total Earnings
$17,440,382
Lifetime progeny earnings
Winners / Starters
154 / 203
76% win rate
In The Money
45%
1340 of 2946 starts
2
Graded Stakes Winners
9
Black Type Winners
12
Black Type Placers
2
Champions
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