‘Enjoyed the process with Louis when selling our mare Miss Leonidas. It was a measured, humble approach and I would have no hesitation working with him again. In the end, I believe it was a win for both buyer and seller.’

TODD LICHTI, OWNER AND BREEDER, VICTORIA

“Louis has all the characteristics I look for in a bloodstock agent. Unbridled passion for the industry, a natural instinct with horses coupled with a disciplined approach to selection, strong commercial acumen and above all integrity and transparency.”

BRAE SOKOLSKI , OWNER AND BREEDER

"In recent times, Louis has arranged the sale of two of my horses, Ace High (Gr1 winner) and the well-bred mareTatiara ( Sintzel - Gallant Tess). I thoroughly commend the efficient and professional manner Louis handled the transactions and have no hesitation in recommending his services to prospective clients."

JOHN CORDINA, OWNER AND BREEDER

"I have used the services of Astute Bloodstock on several occasions to buy and sell horses including our recent Gr2 winner Thump.  Louis is very professional, very pleasant and clear in his assessments."

BRUCE NEILL - CRESSFIELD

"Louis grew up amongst horses and constantly strives to learn more about thoroughbreds and the industry.

He is a good horseman, a fine judge of yearlings, a diligent form analyst and a straight shooter in business.

We had great success buying horses recommended by Louis such as HARLEM (Australian Cup winner) VENTURA STORM (Moonee Valley Cup winner) and PILOTE D'ESSAI (multiple stakes winner). "

DAVID HAYES - CHAMPION TRAINER

"The professional and experienced approach Astute has brought to our selection process has greatly improved our horses' performance for our owners. We highly recommend Astute Bloodstock."

PETER JAMES - OWNER 

“We have done business with Astute Bloodstock for a few years now. Louis is a passionate horseman, a good judge of yearlings and an avid researcher. Astute Bloodstock is conducting good clean business."  
 

NICHOLAS DE CHAMPBURE, HARAS D'ETREHAM, FRANCE

"Leading up to the 2013 breeding season, Louis professionally advised us with our mating choices. We found his work to be very thorough and we look forward to seeing the resulting foals." 

JOHN BAXTER - RUANE

"Louis is a bloodstock agent with sound local and international experience. He has a solid international network and has been a successful selector of horses. Louis was a valuable contributor to Arrowfield before he left to establish Astute Bloodstock."

JOHN MESSARA - ARROWFIELD