Expressive aromas with well-defined character typical of its style.
Well-structured palate with balanced fruit, acidity, and depth. Good complexity.
Clean finish with pleasant length and lingering notes.
Smiley Red V6 NV is a red wine from Smiley. Priced at £21.25, it offers excellent value for its category.
On the nose, this wine presents well-defined aromas characteristic of its style. The palate is well-structured with balanced fruit and acidity, showing good complexity and depth. The finish is clean with pleasant length.
A reliable example of its style that delivers solid value. Worth seeking out.
London Dry, Distillery Heritage, Industry Analysis, Spirits Editorial
- Nice but not cheap
Decent wine, good structure and the fruit comes through nicely. Bit pricey at over £21 for a non-vintage red though — I'd want a couple of quid off before buying again. That said, it does drink well above its price point.
26 January 2026
- Birthday wine winner
Bought a couple of bottles of this for my birthday dinner and everyone loved it. Really expressive on the nose — you get a proper hit of fruit as soon as you pour it. Smooth, warming, and went perfectly with the lamb.
23 January 2026
- Absolutely loved this
This is gorgeous. The balance between the fruit and acidity is just right, and it's got this lovely warmth from the alcohol without feeling heavy at all. Finish lingers in a really satisfying way. Already ordered more.
11 January 2026
- Really solid red
Picked this up after the guy in the wine shop recommended it. Really warm and fruity without being too boozy, even though it's 14%. Had it with a slow-cooked beef stew and it was spot on.
21 November 2025
- Expected more for the price
It's fine. Pleasant enough, clean finish, nothing wrong with it. But for £21 I was hoping for something a bit more exciting. Would probably reach for something else at this price.
12 November 2025
- Good everyday-ish red
Saw this on a menu and ordered a glass, then tracked down a bottle. It's well balanced and has a nice depth to it. Not quite an everyday wine at that price but definitely one I'd grab for a Friday night in.
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