Drinks Chat Topped up with Chris Masten & Jamie Burnett

<p>On this episode of <strong>Drinks Chat</strong>, we welcome <strong>Jamie Burnett</strong> and <strong>Chris Masten</strong>, the dynamic duo behind <strong>Top Up Wines</strong>.  Top Up revolutionises Western Australian wine by running the <strong>first-ever people’s choice wine awards</strong>, giving consumers a direct voice in selecting the state’s best drops via a public vote.</p><p>In our conversation, Jamie and Chris reveal:</p><p>·     How Top Up empowers wine lovers to choose the Top 100 WA wines each year, with over 20,000 votes and 1,600+ entries in the inaugural run.  </p><p>·     The origins of Top Up—born from Jamie’s idea with wine veteran Scott Spalding and AFL premiership player-turned-wine-enthusiast Chris Masten.  </p><p>·     Their motivations: celebrating WA’s diverse wine styles and regions, breaking downelitism, and ensuring even non-experts have a seat at the table.  </p><p>·     Highlights from the Awards: WA’s favourite styles—Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir—and how the format celebrated all nine regions of the state.  </p><p>Whether you&#39;re a seasoned wine collector or newly exploring WA wine, this episode offers an insider’s insight into disrupting a traditional industry with a refreshing, inclusive, and fun approach 🍷.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow us on Instagram:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/drinkschat/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/drinkschat/</a></p><p></p>