Le Creuset Is Retiring Rhône, and It’s All on Sale

Le Creuset has phased out popular colors in the past, but when it announced the color Rhône’s impending departure, it caught me by surprise. It’s a mature, Syrah-soaked shade of deep red that immediately reads as refined and luxurious — a crowd-pleasing dish, if you’d ask me. A touch moodier than cerise, Rhône’s timeless sophistication makes it a cohesive pick for any existing Le Creuset collection. 

From editor-loved mugs to casserole dishes of varying sizes, this retirement sale is offering the best of the century-old brand. (And yes, even Le Creuset’s trusted Dutch oven is marked down.) The brand is waving “au revoir” to Rhône with discounts of up to 32%, and pieces are going fast — so fast that there’s only one Dutch oven size left, and half of the products sold out as I was writing this piece. Get to shopping right now, and this color is yours forever.

Best Last-Chance Sales on Le Creuset Rhône

• Last Rhône Dutch Oven Left: Signature 6.75-Quart Oval Dutch Oven, $325, originally $465
• The Perfect Host Gift: Vancouver Mug, $20, originally $25
• Signature Oval Baker, $176, originally $220
• For Christmas Morning Cinnamon Rolls: Heritage Square Dish, $45, originally $56
• Heritage Rectangular Casserole, $112, originally $140

Le Creuset Vancouver Mug

From editor-loved mugs to casserole dishes of varying sizes, this retirement sale is offering the best of the century-old brand. (And yes, even Le Creuset’s trusted Dutch oven is marked down.) The brand is waving “au revoir” to Rhône with discounts of up to 32%, and pieces are going fast — so fast that there’s only one Dutch oven size left, and several products have sold out as I was writing this piece.

— but if you act fast, this color is yours (practically) forever.

There are many things to love about the classic Vancouver mug: its thick ceramic construction, glossy exterior, stainproof finish, and overall hardiness. Ultimately, we’re drawn to the generous 14-ounce capacity and expensive-feeling weight. We deemed this microwave-safe mug as the best pick for hosting — perhaps, a gift for the gracious host of your Thanksgiving celebration?

Heritage Loaf Pan

We’ve reached peak potluck season, giving you a prime opportunity to flex your baking muscles (and perhaps, show off a new recipe). This Heritage loaf pan is beautiful and functional, with enameled stoneware that resists cracks and scratches in ovens up to 500°F. That glossy surface is “virtually nonstick,” Le Creuset writes, which helps to lift your delicate, crumbly coffee cakes with ease. 

Signature Loaf Pan

If you’ve already built a few pieces of your Le Creuset collection, consider rounding out your baking set with the Signature loaf pan. It’s a touch pricier than the comparable Heritage pan, but it’s coated with enameled black satin cast iron for a sleek look and better dishes. (That finish “eliminates the need for the traditional seasoning and maintenance,” the brand notes.) It’s also a relatively low weight for a high-quality cast iron at just over 4 pounds, making it a better pick for sensitive wrists. Snag the 2-quart size for 20% off while it’s still in stock. 

Signature Oval Baker

Showcase your best holiday sides with this shallow baking dish, which holds 3 quarts’ worth of your heartiest recipes. The wide surface area (roughly 14 inches across) gives you lots of room to place spirals of ratatouille, dumpling-laden casseroles, or decorative pot pie crusts. It’s part of the Signature collection, the French-made brand’s most popular and premium cast iron pieces. You’ll save 20%, or around $44. 

Heritage Square Dish

Alternatively, a compact dish might fit your cabinets a bit better. Le Creuset’s version measures 9.2 inches on each side, giving you a 3-quart capacity that can feed a small family. This dishwasher-safe dish is from the Heritage line, which Le Creuset describes as a rustic throwback to its earliest designs. But you’ve got to act fast: It’s one of the final mid-priced pieces left in the retirement sale, and it’s now under $45. We can practically smell the Christmas morning cinnamon rolls already. 

Signature 8-Quart Oval Dutch Oven

Now, we’ve hit the big leagues: Experienced cooks can appreciate this oval version of Le Creuset’s classic Dutch oven. Reserve this one for larger roasts and dinner entrées — it transfers from the stovetop to the oven with its high-temp tolerance and broiler-safe construction. It’s made in two sizes (6.75 quarts and 8 quarts), but the larger version has already sold out. 

Enameled Cast Iron Signature Trivet

Treat yourself to an undercover Le Creuset favorite. This enameled 9-inch trivet is an investment piece, but shoppers use it daily, noting that it “wipes clean and looks great on my kitchen counter.” It’s 20% off this week — snag it before the color disappears altogether. 

Heritage Rectangular Casserole

In the end, it’s tough to go wrong with a Le Creuset bestseller. This one’s from the Heritage line, which has elegant ridged handles for easy grip when pulling it out of the oven. Otherwise, all the usual Le Creuset bells and whistles are standard — even heat retention, temperature-resistant enamel, and a metal utensil-safe finish. Unlike the other casserole dishes on sale, this one comes with a matching moisture-locking lid.