Signed by many well-known wine-makers, today Georgia's independent cellars circulated a special appeal. They condemn homophobia, intolerance of minorities and violence, and declare full support to the westernization of the country. The letter regrets that the current government is stirring up homophobia, violence and anti-Western sentiments. Winemakers call on the authorities to severely punish the perpetrators and ensure that citizens' constitutional rights are protected.

The winemakers especially emphasize the need for Georgia's unwavering western integration and express concern that internal tensions, the violence against minorities and anti-Western propaganda, along with the corresponding demise of tourism and dissolution of positive interests to the country will drastically affect the economy, including viticulture and winemaking which has been growing impressively.