Walter “Walt” and Katie Novosel, born and raised in Mercer County, now living in Lawrence County, are co-owners of Nova Destinations. The idea of Nova Destinations was born when Walt traveled to Presque Isle, PA with his Uncle Dave to pick up grapes. Uncle Dave made homemade wine for years and wanted to share his passion with his nephew Walt. Around the same time, Katie had to complete an orthopedic medical school rotation in Riverside California, near LA, and Walt had the opportunity to visit for the weekend. They visited the wine region of Temecula, California and instantly fell in love with the atmosphere. In the Napa region, Temecula wineries offer couples and families the opportunity to sit, relax with a glass of wine, breathe in the beautiful atmosphere, all while allowing your kids to run and enjoy. It was then that Walter knew he wanted to bring this kind of experience and atmosphere back to families in the local community.
