Large vines estates, such as the Champagne Marquet domain, increasingly use the Ardennes workhorse. The horse's foot preserves the roots of the vine, otherwise damaged by tractors. The vines' lifespan, therefore, extends accordingly. The horse is trained to stop at the right time. Its pace should be steady, and he is given a break when it slows down. The horse is expected to work at least 50 hours per month so as not to lose its rhythm.