Peugeot Paris u'Select Pepper Mill, 9 Inch, Natural There are many benefits to freshly grinding pepper, salt, herbs and spices for cooking and seasoning. A quality mill with a specifically designed grinding mechanism will release the aromas and essential oils of that spice. Freshly ground pepper and spices have more aroma and better flavor than pre- ground. Another advantage of using freshly ground spices or minerals (salts) is the control a mill provides for determining the coarseness (size) of a grind. A high quality pepper, salt or spice mill gives you the ability to choose and change the coarseness according to taste or necessity. ICONIC PEPPER MILL â€â€? The natural wood Paris u’Select pepper mill enhances the flavors of the meals that you create. Precise and even grinding are the key words for this emblematic mill by Peugeot. Engineered and manufactured in France. U’SELECT SETTINGS â€â€? Our patented system helps you select your desired grind. Twist to create your precise balance of flavor through six settings, from extra fine to very coarse. The two-stage grinding mechanism first effortlessly cracks and then grinds the peppercorns to the desired coarseness. PRECISION GRIND â€â€? Through two centuries of experience, we have expertly engineered each pepper mill and mechanism specifically for the consistency and shape of peppercorns. We make the gears from stainless steel finished with a patented treatment to prevent corrosion and rust. ENHANCE FLAVOR â€â€? The u’Select mechanism brings out all the aromatic depth of pepper by selecting the right grind for your taste. Very finely ground pepper will bring out its spice, while a coarser grind will highlight its aromas and flavor. Find your Peugeot moment and enjoy the art of French living with our instruments of taste. READY TO SEASON â€â€? Our mills come partially filled for immediate enjoyment with our Tan Hoi black pepper from Vietnam, which has woody, warm tones. The pepper is available to buy in Peugeot 6 oz. (175g) cubes. To refill, simply unscrew the top knob, lift off the top and pour in your peppercorns (max size ÂÂ.25-inch/6mm) CRAFTED BEECHWOOD â€â€? All our mills are made with PEFC-certified wood sourced from local sustainably managed forests and water-based paints. Each product is a marriage of ingenuity and elegance, designed so that the colors and curved lines give off exceptional charm in your home.