Color/finish: Marseille. Some say coffee prepared in a French press is the way every cup should be savored. Coarsely ground coffee beans are steeped in boiling water and then filtered away by plunging the mesh sieve through the press. Direct contact between the beans and the water means a stronger flavor. Loose tea leaves can also be steeped in a French press. Dense stoneware blocks moisture absorption to prevent cracking crazing and rippling. Impermeable exterior enamel resists stains and scratches from metal utensils. Nearly-nonstick glazed interior easily releases foods for quick cleanup. Measures 4.5in x 9in 27oz capacity. Made of stoneware. Dishwasher Safe. Imported.