Declan Kidney's side gained some sort of revenge for last year's loss to the Pumas at the group stages of the World Cup in France - a result that saw Argentina progress and the Irish fly home far too early for their liking.

The win means Scotland will face two seeded teams in New Zealand in three years time, while Ireland will be drawn against just the one top-four seed.

Having been beaten 22-3 by the All Blacks last weekend, Ireland the game's only try through Ospreys wing Tommy Bowe to ensure they finished their autumn series on a high in Kidney's first season in charge.

Double Lions tourist Ronan O'Gara kicked the remaining 11 points via three penalties and a conversion.

The victory was their second in three November internationals following the 55-0 hammering of Canada at Thomond Park a fortnight ago.