The Sotheby’s 2020 Wine Market Report -Sotheby’s said wine and spirits auction sales rose by around 44% to $132m (£99.6m) in 2021, boosted by record prices, fresh partnerships, and a wave of new buyers.

Napoleon’s distinctive Bicorne Hat came to be seen as the embodiment of the Emperor himself. In this episode of Sotheby’s Stories, learn about the hat which Napoleon wore throughout countless military campaigns and discover how it made him instantly recognisable on the battlefield.

Sothebys expands own-label collection with new affordable wines. The storied auction house has announced that six new wines will join its portfolio this autumn, all at accessible prices.