The modern Palomino is only a color and not a breed, as evidenced by the color being present in most equine breeds...

The classic sherry vine is the Palomino, said to take its name from one of Alfonso X's knights, Fernan Yanez Palomino, from whom a well-known Jerez family, still active in the wine trade, claims descent...

Due to their unusual colour, Palominos stand out in a show ring, and are much sought after as parade horses...