The white grape variety originates from Portugal. The mispronounced name probably refers to the elongated grape shape and means "cat's tail" (Rabo de Gato), with some synonyms also suggesting "monkey's tail" or "sheep's tail". Synonyms are Alva, Baldsena, Carrega Besta, Estreito, Estreito Macios, Muscatel Brava, Muscatel Bravo, Não Há, Rabigato Respigueiro, Rabisgatos, Rabo de Asno, Rabo de Carneiro, Rabo de Gato, Rodrigo Affonso, Rodrigo Alfonso, Roupeiro (Portugal); Puesta en Cruz (Spain).

The variety was first mentioned in 1771. According...
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