Versailles — La Rochère

The Versailles collection by La Rochère is one of the most recognisable embossed glassware lines from the house. Its baroque pattern blends scrolls, flowers and scallop shells in relief, inherited from the great 18th-century French tables — a classic that remains a benchmark for refined tables.

The origin of the Versailles pattern

La Rochère, founded in 1475 in Passavant-la-Rochère, perpetuates pressed and blown glass techniques. The Versailles collection draws on French baroque aesthetics and offers a relief decoration that is felt to the touch: scrolls, flowers and scallop shells adorn every piece.

• Pressed and blown glass made in France in Passavant-la-Rochère
• Baroque relief motif — scrolls, flowers, scallop shells — perceptible to the touch
• Range from wine glass to tumbler, including tasting glass and longdrink

The most popular pieces in the Versailles collection

A few formats account for most of the purchases on AZ boutique.

• Wine glass 20 cl (set of 6): the best-seller AZ boutique, classic wine format with baroque relief
• Tasting glass 40 cl (set of 6): large format with knopped stem, ideal for reds and tasting
• Mug / breakfast cup 26 cl in clear glass (set of 6): for hot beverages, resistant to thermal shocks
• Tumbler 25 cl (set of 6): versatile format for water and cold drinks, with relief pattern
• Tall glass / longdrink 33 cl (set of 6): for tall drinks, very resilient mechanical version

Choosing within the Versailles collection

Why is the Versailles collection well-known?

Versailles is one of La Rochère's most iconic embossed collections, recognisable for its baroque pattern (scrolls, flowers, scallops). The pattern is felt to the touch and gives the glasses an immediate character at the table — a classic for festive tables and showcasing wines.

20 cl wine glass or 40 cl tasting glass?

The 20 cl wine glass is the versatile table format for whites and light reds. The 40 cl tasting glass, with its knopped stem and larger bowl, better showcases structured reds and aids aeration. Both share the same baroque pattern.

Which piece should I start a Versailles service with?

For a table service, start with the 20 cl wine glass and the 25 cl tumbler (water and soft drinks), to complement with the 33 cl longdrink. If you enjoy hot drinks in clear glass, add the 26 cl mugs; for great reds and tasting, the 40 cl glass is the signature piece.

Is the Versailles collection dishwasher-safe?

Yes, La Rochère's Versailles pieces are dishwasher-safe. A moderate cycle preserves the glass's brilliance and the legibility of the baroque relief. The clear-glass mugs withstand hot drinks up to around 130 °C in the Duralex Versailles version.

The Versailles collection on AZ boutique

Discover the Versailles selection by La Rochère on AZ boutique, from wine glasses to tasting glasses. To explore more glass pieces, browse the Glassware and Tableware sections.

Also at La Rochère: Abeille, Paname, Absinthe, Périgord.